Description

Bell Pepper Nachos are a vibrant and delicious low-carb alternative to traditional nachos, featuring crunchy bell pepper slices topped with seasoned ground beef or turkey, black beans, sweet corn, jalapeños, and melted reduced-fat Mexican cheese. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe offers a flavorful, satisfying snack or appetizer perfect for gatherings or a quick meal.

Ingredients

Bell Peppers

6 large bell peppers

Meat and Seasoning

1 pound ground beef or ground turkey
2 tablespoons taco seasoning

Additional Toppings

¾ cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
¾ cup sweet yellow corn, thawed
1 jalapeño, sliced (optional)
½ to 1 cup reduced-fat shredded Mexican cheese blend

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Instructions

Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare a baking sheet by lightly oiling it or lining it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
Prepare the bell peppers: Core the bell peppers and slice them into chip-sized pieces. Arrange the pepper chips evenly on the prepared baking sheet to serve as a crunchy base for the nachos.
Cook the meat topping: In a skillet over medium heat, cook and crumble the ground beef (or turkey) until fully browned. Drain any excess fat if necessary. Stir in the taco seasoning along with a bit of water as directed by the seasoning packet to create a nice sauce, then add the rinsed black beans, thawed corn, and sliced jalapeños. Mix everything well and cook for a few more minutes until heated through.
Assemble the nachos: Spoon the seasoned meat and vegetable mixture evenly over the arranged bell pepper chips on the baking sheet. Sprinkle the shredded reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend on top to cover the nachos.
Bake to melt cheese: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for about 5-7 minutes or until the cheese is fully melted and bubbly.
Serve and enjoy: Remove from the oven and serve the bell pepper nachos warm. Add your favorite toppings such as sour cream, avocado, salsa, or cilantro if desired for extra flavor.

Notes

You can customize the protein by using ground turkey for a leaner option or a plant-based meat substitute to make it vegetarian.
The jalapeño is optional and can be omitted or replaced with milder peppers if you prefer less heat.
For a dairy-free version, use a non-dairy cheese alternative or skip the cheese entirely.
These nachos make a perfect low-carb appetizer or a light meal.
Leftover meat mixture can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated before assembling the nachos.